But Thanksgiving just wouldn’t be complete without that turkey (sorry, turkey alternatives). And while there are plenty of recipes and cooking methods that might make you think otherwise (deep frying, we’re looking at you), turkey is actually pretty powerful in the nutrition department.

ProteinOn average, women should aim for 46 grams of protein a day and men should shoot for 56. With 25 grams of the stuff in a three-ounce serving of turkey, you’ll be well on your way — and for fewer calories and less fat than the same size serving of beef. Keep in mind, however, that most Americans have no trouble meeting these protein allowances. Yes, we need protein to build and repair cells, keep snacking urges curbed and lower stroke risk, but it is possible to get too much.

It is not a secret that Americans overeat on Thanksgiving. We typically consume more calories during this one meal than we ingest in an entire regular day. According to the Calorie Control Center, Americans eat anywhere from 3,000 to 4,500 calories at this annual feast. That’s equivalent to about seven Big Macs. It would take more than 20 hours of bowling to burn all of that off. Or, if bowling isn’t your game, you could spend nearly eight hours shooting hoops (maybe instead of playing “Horse,” you’d play “Turkey” for festivity’s sake) before you broke even.

Of course, you can’t out-exercise an unhealthy diet, and we don’t recommend spending time post-Thanksgiving un-doing your delicious meal. We say, enjoy the day, the food and the company — and then get back to your normal routine. If you’re curious how other activities match up to your Thanksgiving plate, check out the infographic below, courtesy of CoachUp.

Learning is not just for children, we are always learning. It is essential to being alive.

Ask any new mother if they can tell what their baby is learning everyday, it is amazing how they learn about their world, their family, their body.

To stay young as we age it is recommended that we learn new skills, hobbies, languages and more. Our brains crave new information, color, sound, and stories throughout our lives.

Here is a very modern appropriate quote about how we learn. I do love Benjamin Franklin.

When I was in Grad School for Educational Psychology, I loved exploring different ways to help students of all ages learn. I was a specialist in the “Special Ed” area, so creativity was essential to reach each student’s potential.